My story through photography.

Hello there! I’m Jason Edwards, a 52-year-old shutterbug from the rolling hills of South Wales. My love affair with photography began when I was just a wee lad of 12, back when dinosaurs roamed the Earth and smartphones were the stuff of science fiction.

I first picked up a camera to avoid taking woodwork class (let’s just say my birdhouses looked more like abstract art). Little did I know that decision would shape the rest of my life. I dove headfirst into the world of f-stops and shutter speeds, choosing photography as a subject in school and later pursuing it at A level.

Now, gather ’round, young’uns, as I regale you with tales of the “old days.” I cut my teeth in the pre-digital era, when we captured images on this magical stuff called “film.” Remember film? No? Well, pull up a chair!

I spent countless hours in the darkroom, inhaling chemicals that probably shouldn’t be inhaled and marveling as images slowly appeared on paper like some sort of sorcery. Those were the days when “dodging and burning” meant waving your hands around like a mad conductor, not clicking a mouse.

But don’t let my age fool you – I’ve embraced the digital revolution with open arms (after a brief period of grumbling about “kids these days and their newfangled gadgets”). Now, I’m just as likely to be found tinkering with the latest mirrorless camera as I am reminiscing about my old Pentax K1000. My passion for photography knows no bounds. Landscapes, portraits, street photography – I love it all. And don’t even get me started on videography! There’s something magical about capturing a moment in time, whether it’s a single frame or 24 frames per second.

But you know what I love even more than taking photos? Sharing my knowledge with others. There’s nothing quite like seeing the light bulb moment when a student finally grasps the exposure triangle or nails their first perfect portrait. So whether you’re a seasoned pro or someone who thinks ISO is a type of breakfast cereal, I’m here to help. We’ll laugh, we’ll learn, and we might occasionally curse at stubborn equipment together. But most importantly, we’ll capture some beautiful moments along the way. Join me on this journey through the viewfinder. I promise to keep the dad jokes to a minimum (no guarantees) and the passion for photography at maximum. Let’s make some memories – and stunning images – together!